SQA PA Review Q&A (100+ Questions) | White-Box, Regression, Functional Testing, SDLC Phases | Software Engineering

This document offers 100+ fully updated, exam-focused Q&A for the SQA PA (Software Quality Assurance – Practical Application) Review, designed for the 2025/2026 academic year. It is structured to help students and professionals master real-world SQA practices across the full software development lifecycle (SDLC), emphasizing the correct application of testing types, verification steps, and defect resolution. The material includes scenario-based questions with verified answers that reflect common industry challenges, including: Identifying which test type fits which SDLC phase, such as integration testing during the system design phase Understanding the purpose and structure of test cases, including the relationship between input conditions and expected outputs Choosing the correct test technique: white-box, regression, acceptance, and functional system testing Applying principles of verification and validation, including requirement-based testing, system design comparisons, and code coverage Emphasizing good communication and collaboration between developers and QA engineers Highlighting best practices like reproducing errors, talking through bug reports, and early testing to prevent defects Every answer is grounded in SQA certification and real-world QA testing logic, providing learners with the situational awareness needed to perform effectively in both academic and professional settings. This resource is ideal for: Students preparing for SQA certification exams, SQA PA practicals, and university-level QA assessments QA professionals and developers reviewing real-world practices and test strategy alignment Instructors or technical coaches who need ready-made scenario-based QA exam material Bootcamp or vocational learners transitioning into software testing or QA roles Keywords: software quality assurance, SQA PA, software testing, regression testing, white-box testing, functional testing, SDLC phases, integration testing, system design, test cases, verification, validation, error reproduction, bug report, acceptance testing, defect prevention, testing scenarios, QA best practices, requirements validation, test development, practical QA review